Archive for March, 2011
Indian Government to Encourage Production of Hybrid Vehicles
A Hybrid car is a vehicle that moves by consuming two or more distinct power sources, and the most common type in this vehicles are hybrid electric vehicles which combine an internal combustion engine and one or more electric motors. Hybrid car batteries are of two types, one is nickel metal hydride, and the other is lithium ion, these are more environmental friendly compared to lead based batteries… Continue reading
Ashok Leyland and Nissan to Invest 2500 Cr on LCV Unit
The Ashok Leyland and Nissan formed a joint venture and they are going to invest around Rs.2500 Cr to establish a plant near Chennai to manufacture light commercial vehicles. They are estimating to produce 150,000 vehicles from the exiting facilities till the new factory completes.
According to the representatives of the Leyland, from the company’s Hosur facility they are going to produce a light van, a… Continue reading
Increased Hiring by Auto Makers in US
Because of the recession the workers in the all industries including automobile industry lost their jobs. But now, the auto industry has regained its lost charm and is ready to hire again. Several automakers announced that they are ready to hire the professionals for various operations, as the sales of the cars are found to be increased in the year 2010. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics… Continue reading
Increase in Maruti’s M800 Exports – SIAM
There are less sales of Maruti Suzuki’s M800 model in domestic market, India. But the surprising thing is that it has good demand in foreign market. There is a rise in exports of this model car in this fiscal year.
According to Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers data, M800′s exports increased by 91.49 percent and the sales units were 4,435 from April to August in 2010… Continue reading
What are Essential Oils in Spices
Essential oils in spices are the chemical compounds which are responsible for giving aroma and flavor to the spices. Each spice has different flavor due to different chemical properties of the essential oils. These are also known as spice oils or spice extracts and have equal demand as raw spices. USA, EU and Japan are found to be the major markets for essential oils. These are extracted from… Continue reading
Most Anticipated Car Launches In India – 2011
Many companies are fighting to capture the small car segment in India because small car segment accounts for nearly 70 percent of total new car sales in India. Maruti and Hyundai are dominating this segment. The segment is primarily dominated by models such as the Maruti Ritz, and the Maruti Swift, the Hyundai i10 and i20 and the Santro Xing.
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Pagani Enters USA Market With Huayra
Pagani, an Italian automaker is entering the US auto market with Huayra, a super car. It is the main competitor for Volkswagen’s $1.3 million Bugatti Veyron coupe in the segment.
The 700-horsepower two-seater is priced at 825,000 euros, which is equal to about $1.1 million at current exchange rates. The company produced only 18 cars in 2010… Continue reading
Mercedes Benz Takes Over Smart Cars Distribution
Mercedes-Benz USA is taking over distribution of the iconic but slow selling Smart micro cars in the U.S. from Penske Automotive Group. Smart cars gives more mileage and are helpful for the Mercedes, a luxury brand, to meet more stringent gas mileage standards required by the government by 2015.
The Smart car for two is a twin… Continue reading